Also known as Bow Tie Vine · Winged Beauty
Butterfly Climber (Dalechampia aristolochiifolia) is a fast-growing vine with bright green, heart-shaped leaves and showy, petal-like bracts resembling butterflies.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
High
75% intensity
Prefers full sun to partial shade. In hotter climates, some afternoon shade is beneficial.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Thrives in average room temperatures between 18-24°C. Protect from frost.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
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Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid overwatering, which can lead to root rot. In hot, dry weather, more frequent watering may be necessary.
Reduce watering significantly during winter dormancy to prevent waterlogged conditions.
Prune to maintain desired shape and size, and to encourage bushier growth. Remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches. Heavy pruning can be done in late winter or early spring before new growth begins.
Pinching back young shoots promotes branching.
Easily propagated from stem cuttings taken in spring or summer. Select healthy, non-flowering stems, and dip the cut end in rooting hormone.
Plant in moist, well-draining potting mix and keep in a warm, humid location until roots form.
Repot every 2-3 years, or when the plant becomes root-bound. Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one. Use a well-draining potting mix.
Repot in spring before the active growing season begins for best results.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Butterfly Climber (Dalechampia aristolochiifolia)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Malpighiales |
| Family | Euphorbiaceae |
| Genus | Dalechampia |
| Species | Dalechampia aristolochiifolia |
Similar in genus Dalechampia
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